In this episode of the Market It with ATMA Podcast, Bryan Acosta sits down with Becky Gerro, Director of Development at the River Legacy Foundation, to explore how gratitude, environmental education, and nonprofit leadership can create lasting impact in a community.

Becky shares how the River Legacy Nature Center in Arlington, Texas connects thousands of students and families with the outdoors through hands-on environmental education along the Trinity River ecosystem. Through field investigations, forest exploration, and interactive STEM learning with animal ambassadors, students move from uncertainty about nature to curiosity, confidence, and stewardship.

As Director of Development, Becky also discusses how the River Legacy Foundation builds strong partnerships, raises critical funding, and engages the community to support conservation and education initiatives that protect one of North Texas’s most valuable natural spaces.

This conversation explores how nature-based learning supports mental health, improves focus, and builds resilience, while also helping young people understand ecosystems, conservation, and the importance of protecting the environment.

If you care about nonprofit leadership, environmental education, conservation, or community impact, this episode offers powerful insights into how access to nature helps build healthier people, stronger communities, and future environmental leaders.

Key Topics in This Episode

• How gratitude connects service, leadership, and nonprofit growth

• Becky Gerro’s role as Director of Development at River Legacy Foundation

• How hands-on environmental education inspires the next generation

• What a real fourth-grade field investigation in nature looks like

• Why access to nature improves mental health, focus, and stress reduction

• How forest bathing supports clearer thinking and leadership

• Using animal ambassadors to create engaging STEM education

• Why authentic storytelling and Instagram Reels help nonprofits grow

• Building community partnerships and raising $2.5 million for conservation and education programs

About River Legacy Foundation

https://www.riverlegacy.org

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/riverlegacyparks/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/riverlegacyfoundation/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rlnaturecenter

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Pressure reveals every crack in leadership.

In this episode of the Market It with ATMA Podcast, Bryan Acosta sits down with Anthony “Tony” Brock, retired Navy Commander, former intelligence officer supporting SEAL teams, and CEO of Compass Leadership Partners.

Tony shares powerful leadership lessons from Special Operations and translates them directly into the realities of business leadership, team alignment, and organizational growth.

One of the biggest threats to high-performing teams is something Tony calls “drift.”
When leaders lose clarity, priorities blur, standards slip, and execution suffers.

In this conversation, we break down how elite leaders prevent drift by building a clear North Star, leadership dashboards, and habits that keep teams aligned even when pressure rises.

Tony also shares how leaders can scale organizations without losing their culture, their people, or their purpose.

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🔑 Key Topics in This Episode

• Leadership lessons from U.S. Navy Special Operations
• How high-performance teams avoid leadership drift
• Why leaders must lead people and manage things
• Building a personal board of directors for business decisions
• Turning self-doubt into focus instead of paralysis
• Why you can’t out-market a bad product
• Scaling leadership while maintaining team alignment
• Delegation strategies for growing companies
• How to balance ambition with aspiration in leadership
• Using AI and technology without losing the human element

Tony also explains why the best leaders focus on clarity, discipline, and trust instead of complexity.

If you’re a founder, entrepreneur, or executive trying to grow a business while keeping your team aligned and motivated, this episode provides a practical blueprint for leadership under pressure.

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🎙 Hosted by Bryan Acosta
CEO of Advent Trinity Marketing Agency

Learn more about Tony Brock:
www.compassleadershippartners.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tony.brock.3152
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonybrockgroup/

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With over 40 years of experience in commercial banking and commercial real estate lending, Joni shares powerful insights on leadership, relationships, community involvement, and what it truly takes to scale a business responsibly.

Susser Bank, founded in 1959, has remained relationship-driven and community-focused — proving that trust, transparency, and accountability never go out of style.

🔑 Key Topics Covered

• Why business is ultimately human-to-human
• The difference between commercial banking and consumer banking
• How strong relationships drive long-term success
• Delivering tough truths with honesty (“not now” vs. “no”)
• Scaling from operator to legacy builder
• Why documentation and realism matter in financing
• The importance of teamwork in serving business owners
• Leadership lessons rooted in accountability and discipline

Joni also shares her perspective on giving back to the community, serving on nonprofit boards, and helping business owners grow responsibly.

If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or executive looking to build long-term success, this conversation is filled with practical and timeless wisdom.

Guest Information:
https://www.susserbank.com/
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